HP Compaq NC4000 Getting Started Manual
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Getting Started
hp compaq notebook series
Document Part Number: 310028-001
April 2003
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
find and install the latest versions of HP software, and find
additional information and support. This guide introduces you to
exterior features of the notebook.
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Page 1: Getting Started
Document Part Number: 310028-001 April 2003 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, find and install the latest versions of HP software, and find additional information and support. This guide introduces you to exterior features of the notebook. - Page 2 Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. SD Logo is a trademark. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1 Hardware and Software Setup Setting Up the Hardware ......1–1 Setting Up the Software ......1–6 Setting Up the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth . -
Page 4: Hardware And Software Setup
Because of limitations in current TFT manufacturing technology, TFT displays may show imperfections as bright, dim, or dark spots. HP does not guarantee that TFT displays (available on selected models only) are free from such imperfections. Setting Up the Hardware... - Page 5 Hardware and Software Setup To set up the notebook hardware: 1. Insert the battery pack: a. Align the battery pack with the notebook battery bay. b. Insert the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses. Inserting the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses 1–2 Getting Started...
- Page 6 Hardware and Software Setup c. Snap the battery pack into place. (For more information regarding battery packs, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Hardware Guide, “Battery” chapter.) Inserting the battery pack Getting Started 1–3...
- Page 7 Hardware and Software Setup 2. Connect the notebook to AC power: a. Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. b. Connect the AC adapter cable to the DC power connector on the notebook 1. c. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter 2. d.
- Page 8 3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1 and lifting the display 2. Opening the notebook 4. Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button. Turning on the notebook Getting Started Hardware and Software Setup 1–5...
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Page 9: Setting Up The Software
Hardware and Software Setup After the notebook powers on: The power/standby light turns on. The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge, and the battery light turns on. (The battery light remains on while the battery pack is charging and turns off after the battery pack is fully charged.) The software setup prompt appears on the screen. -
Page 10: Setting Up The Wireless Lan And Bluetooth
Before you can use your wireless LAN or Bluetooth options, they must be configured. For more information regarding wireless LAN, refer to the Integrated Wireless LAN by hp CD that is included with the notebook. For more information regarding Bluetooth, refer to the Bluetooth by hp CD that is included with the notebook. -
Page 11: Selecting Screen Settings
HP strongly recommends that you install optional antivirus software before using your modem or a network connection. Antivirus software is available from most computer or electronics retailers. -
Page 12: Using The Notebook Safely
Using the Notebook Safely To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be caused by an unreliable power supply or an electrical storm: Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. Provide surge protection for the cable that connects the modem to the telephone jack. - Page 13 This guide is located on the Web at Documentation Library CD that is included with the product. 1–10 www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the Getting Started...
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Page 14: Additional Information, Help And Updates
Software Guide—describes HP software, including details about power and security features. Modem and Networking guide—provides details about modem connections and equipment. -
Page 15: Contacting Technical Support
Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the notebook for the phone number of a HP office near you, or visit: http://www.hp.com To receive the fastest possible solution, have the following information or items available when you call: The notebook. - Page 16 Additional Information, Help and Updates Error messages that have displayed. Type of printer connected. Operating system version number and registration number. To view these numbers, access the Control Panel > System > General tab. Configuration or diagnostic information. Refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Software Guide, “Computer Setup”...
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Page 17: Installing A Retail Version Of An Operating System
Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System A Windows operating system provided on the notebook or on a CD is enhanced by HP. These enhancements add features and provide supplementary support for devices such as drives and PC Cards. -
Page 18: Notebook Features
Pointing Device Components Pointing Device Components Item Component Pointing stick Left and right pointing stick buttons Getting Started Notebook Features Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. 3–1... - Page 19 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components (Continued) Item Component TouchPad Left and right TouchPad buttons 3–2 Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling and double-clicking. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.
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Page 20: Top Components
Top Components Top Components Item Component Quick Launch buttons (3) Power button * This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the power button and about using Standby and Hibernation, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Software Guide, “Power” chapter. Getting Started Notebook Features Description... - Page 21 Notebook Features Top Components (Continued) Item Component Volume control buttons Function keys Applications key Display release latch recess Microsoft logo key Primary memory shown compartment (not shown, located under the keyboard) 3–4 Description Increase, decrease, and mute the system volume. Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the...
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Page 22: Left Side Components
Left Side Components Left Side Components Item Component Infrared port PC Card eject button PC Card slot Secure Digital (SD) slot Audio line-out jack Microphone input jack Speaker Getting Started Notebook Features Description Links another IrDA-compliant device for wireless communication. Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot. -
Page 23: Right Side Components
Notebook Features Right Side Components Right Side Components Item Component Security cable slot Hard drive bay Exhaust vent 3–6 Description Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Holds the primary hard drive. Enables airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. -
Page 24: Front View Components
Front View Components Front View Components Item Component Antenna (2) Display release latch Microphone Getting Started Notebook Features Description Send and receive wireless Local Area Network (LAN) signals. Ä The antenna covers are not removable. Removing the covers can cause damage to the antenna. -
Page 25: Rear Panel Components
Notebook Features Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components Item Component S-Video out jack External monitor connector USB connector Self-powered USB connector 3–8 Description Connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector. - Page 26 Rear Panel Components (Continued) Item Component DC power connector RJ-45 jack RJ-11 jack Rear panel connector cover Getting Started Notebook Features Description Connects an AC adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger, Aircraft Power Adapter, or DC cable. Connects a network cable. Connects a modem cable.
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Page 27: Bottom Components
Notebook Features Bottom Components Bottom Components Item Component Travel battery connector Docking connector Mini PCI compartment Intake vents 3–10 Description Connects the optional travel battery bay. The travel battery connector has a plastic cover that must be opened before connecting the travel battery bay. - Page 28 Bottom Components (Continued) Item Component Battery release latch Quick Check button Battery power gauge Battery bay Memory expansion compartment Getting Started Notebook Features Description Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Displays the percentage of a full charge remaining on a battery pack using the Quick Check lights.
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Page 29: Lights
Notebook Features Lights Lights Item Component Hard drive activity Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless on/off 3–12 Description On: The hard drive is being accessed. On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. On: Caps lock is on. On: Scroll lock is on. - Page 30 Lights (Continued) Item Component Power/Standby Battery Getting Started Notebook Features Description On: Power is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition.
- Page 31 802.11 wireless LAN user guides 1–7 AC adapter 1–4 AC power 1–4 Adobe Acrobat Reader 2–2 Agere Softmodem AT Com- mand Set 2–2 Aircraft Power Adapter (optional) 3–9 antenna 3–7 antivirus software 1–8 applications key 3–4 AT commands 2–2 audio line-out jack 3–5 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger (optional) 3–9...
- Page 32 FCC notice 1–10 Fn key 3–4 Index–2 function keys 3–4 3–9 hard drive Hardware Guide 2–1 help, technical support 2–2 Hibernation, exiting 3–3 HP telephone numbers 2–2 3–9 infrared port 3–5 inserting battery pack 1–3 intake vent 3–10 3–4 3–7 jack(s) key(s) languages 1–6...
- Page 33 lights battery 1–6 caps lock 3–12 hard drive activity 3–12 num lock 3–12 power/Standby 1–6 scroll lock 3–12 wireless on/off 3–12 Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide 2–1 manuals. See Documentation Library CD memory expansion compartment 3–11 primary slot 3–4 microphone input jack 3–5 microphone, internal 3–7 Microsoft logo key 3–4 mini PCI (peripheral...
- Page 34 Index Quick Launch buttons 3–3 regional settings 1–7 regulatory information notices 1–10 Regulatory and Safety No- tices 2–1 release latch battery 3–11 display 1–5 RJ-11 jack 3–9 RJ-45 jack 3–9 ROM. See system ROM Safety & Comfort Guide 2–2 safety considerations 1–9 screen settings 1–8 scroll lock light 3–12 SD (Secure Digital) card slot...
- Page 35 connectors 3–8 with power connector 3–8 user guides. See Documenta- tion Library CD VCR (optional), connecting video 3–8 vents exhaust 3–6 intake 3–10 Getting Started video devices (optional), S-Video out jack 3–8 Windows applications key 3–4 wireless (802.11 and Bluetooth) on/off button 3–3 on/off light 3–12 user guides 1–7...